Grades 6-8 (ages 11–14)Ages 11–14
Substitute day toolkit for grades 6–8
Use this screen when you have a substitute teacher in grades 6–8. It keeps your students informed and on track, even if you are away.
Students see today's plan, a checklist of what to do, a real-time clock, and reminders for respectful behavior. The name picker helps everyone participate fairly.
Free for teachers. Your screens, classes and uploads are saved to your account.
How to use it in class
- 1Choose the template and set your classroom background.
- 2Fill in the day plan and checklist with your lesson steps.
- 3Type a welcome note or instructions for your students.
- 4Add your class roster to the name picker widget.
- 5Project the screen so students and the substitute can see it.
Why it works
- Clear structure helps students know what’s next and stay focused.
- Checklists give students a sense of progress and responsibility.
- Random name picking encourages participation and fairness.
Tips
- Write clear, direct instructions for independent work.
- Highlight the current step in the plan to reduce confusion.
- Encourage the substitute to use the name picker for fairness.
Make it your own
- Adapt for any subject by changing the day plan steps.
- Use for hybrid/remote days by sharing your screen in video calls.
- Add visual cues or extra reminders for students with special needs.
Questions teachers ask
How much should I fill in before I’m absent?
Set up the schedule, checklist, and instructions in advance. The substitute can update the checklist with student input.
Can students use the checklist themselves?
Yes, students can come up to the board and check off completed steps, or the substitute can do it as the class progresses.
What if the substitute isn’t familiar with the tools?
Leave simple instructions in the text widget so it’s easy for any substitute to follow along.
Widgets on this screen
Features it uses
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